Electronics Technician 2- Dynamics Test

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.

Northrop Grumman, Strategic Space Systems Division, has an opening for an Electronics Technician 2 - Dynamics Test**,** to join our team of highly qualified and diverse individuals. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, California.

Selected candidate will support vibration, acoustic, shock, modal, tap, and jitter testing. Able to work on elevated platforms and lift equipment up to 30 pounds unassisted.

Essential Functions to include:

Setup control system / consoles

• Program and run vibration test control computers
• Perform software updates to controller PC
• Front End module (vibRunner) to Controller PC network verification
• Work from schematic to setup controller patch panel
• Signal conditioners
• Vibration Monitor Limiter
• Oscilloscopes

Calibrate Accelerometers

• Run sine sweeps / dwells on calibration System
• Perform T-inserting when applicable
• Produce Calibration Sheet
• Document Results on Data base

Setup and perform box, subsystem and multi-shaker level tests

• Install accelerometers on test hardware
• Perform electrical end-to-end checks
• Install test articles to shakers per procedures
• Route accelerometer cables and connect to Data Acquisition System
• Troubleshoot Accelerometers (T-Insert checkouts) - Test Equipment / Oscilloscope / Capacitance checker

Perform Tests

• Follow Test Procedure
• Program Controller PC
• Verify control system is configured correctly
• Perform Pre-Test Crew Briefing
• Perform Dynamics Test - run the shaker
• Troubleshoot Accelerometers (T-Insert checkouts, see above), if needed
• Produce Test Controller Plots for End Item Data Package
• Provide raw data to analyst (if requested)

Post Tests

• De-configure Hardware
• Remove accelerometers and cables
• Clean-up for the next test

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience performing technician responsibilities.
• Experience using electronics (voltmeter, oscilloscope, signal conditioners, etc.)
• Familiarity with modal, acoustic, vibe or shock testing methodologies
• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance OR SCI Access.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a dynamics test environment
• Experience using basic tools (torque wrenches, drills, etc.)
• Test lab experience, to include programming and running vibration test computers, installing, calibrating OR removing accelerometers.
• Knowledge and/or experience working in aerospace
• Ability to take direction and follow company procedures and processes
• Self-starter with ability to work with limited supervision.
• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance OR SCI Access.

Salary Range: $50,000 USD - $83,400 USD

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. With the continuing impacts of COVID-19 around the world, we are taking action to protect the health and well-being of our colleagues and maintain the safety of the communities where we operate. As a federal contractor, and consistent with Executive Order 14042 (https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/) we require all newly hired employees in the United States to be fully vaccinated by their start date. Federal guidance allows for disability/medical and religious accommodations with respect to the vaccine requirement. Any requested accommodations must be reviewed and approved (if applicable) in advance of your start date.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.